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Solos Unveils Cameraless AirGo A6 and Sells Physical Privacy Kit as AirGo V2 Ships Globally

Solos is betting lighter weight, voice‑first AI with optional camera blockers will make smart glasses feel like ordinary eyewear.

Overview

  • Solos announced the AirGo A6 on Tuesday as a cameraless, voice‑first model that weighs about 19 grams without lenses and keeps hands‑free features such as wake‑word SolosChat, live translation, voice memos, messaging, reminders, and open‑ear audio.
  • The AirGo V2 is available now worldwide from $299 and includes a 16MP camera that can shoot photos and 2K video, a modular SmartHinge frame, and a reported 10–12 hour battery life for everyday use.
  • Solos introduced a Privacy Kit for the V2 that uses a transparent ClearView Temple and a clip‑on privacy shield to physically block the camera, with accessory prices starting at $39 and a full bundle at $79.
  • Pricing and a ship date for the A6 have not been announced and remain unconfirmed while Solos lays out an accessory roadmap that includes a charging case expected in August 2026 and planned features such as YouTube livestreaming for the V2.
  • The company’s twin moves underline a trade‑off between sensors and wearability: lighter, cameraless frames aim to boost daily comfort and privacy perception while modular, camera‑enabled glasses rely on paid hardware blockers to address surveillance concerns in a market led by larger players like Meta.